Enigma
“He was a man without a country. A face they couldn't trace. A man without a chance. An enigma.”
Synopsis
Five highly-trained KGB agents are sent to the west to assassinate several Soviet dissidents. In order to stop the diabolical plot, an American agent must infiltrate Soviet intelligence and obtain information from a Russian computer.
Top Cast
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Martin Sheen
Alex Holbeck
Brigitte Fossey
Karen Reinhardt
Sam Neill
Dimitri Vasilikov
Derek Jacobi
Kurt Limmer
Michael Lonsdale
Bodley
Frank Finlay
Canarsky
Warren Clarke
Konstantin
Michael Williams
Hirsch, Limmer's Assistant
David Baxt
Melton
Kevin McNally
Bruno
Michel Auclair
Doctor
Alan Adair
Féodor Atkine
Patrick Bauchau
Russian Soldier (voice)
Georges Beauvilliers
Yves Beneyton
George Birt
Bernard Bloch
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 28, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 27, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeannot Szwarc
- Screenplay & Story
- John Briley
- Original Score
- Marc Wilkinson, Douglas Gamley
- Original Title
- Enigma
- Country of Origin
- France, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Production Studios
- Goldcrest Films International, Archerwest, Filmcrest Productions, International Film Investors, M.G. Films, Peroquet
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeannot Szwarc
John Briley, Michael Barak
Marc Wilkinson, Douglas Gamley
Jean-Louis Picavet
Peter Weatherley
Ben Arbeid, André Pergament, Peter Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
John Briley
Screenplay
Marc Wilkinson
Original Music Composer
Douglas Gamley
Original Music Composer
Jeannot Szwarc
Director
Jean-Louis Picavet
Director of Photography
André Pergament
Producer
Claude Carliez
Stunt Coordinator
François Comtet
Production Design
Peter Weatherley
Editor
Peter Shaw
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Enigma
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Enigma about?
Five highly-trained KGB agents are sent to the west to assassinate several Soviet dissidents. In order to stop the diabolical plot, an American agent must infiltrate Soviet intelligence and obtain information from a Russian computer.
Who directed Enigma?
Enigma was directed by Jeannot Szwarc.
Who stars in Enigma?
The principal cast of Enigma includes Martin Sheen, Brigitte Fossey, Sam Neill, Derek Jacobi, Michael Lonsdale.
When was Enigma released and how long is it?
Enigma was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 2h 2m.
Who composed the musical score for Enigma?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Enigma was composed by Marc Wilkinson, Douglas Gamley.
Is Enigma based on a book or true story?
Enigma is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Michael Barak".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Enigma?
Enigma holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).